- USU faculty and students
- Breadth, depth, or specific area credits
- Based on USU tuition, plus program fees
- Short term Hands-on learning
- Local culture and custom
- Excursions
- Study through a partner exchange, ISEP, or NSE
- Based on USU tuition and fees, plus program fees
- Study at more than 300 academic institutions
- Immerse yourself in the culture while taking English courses
- Study through providers, such as ISEP, ISA, CIEE, SAI, SIT, SAS, EZC, or NEXSTEP
- Tuition and fees set by each provider
- Service learning, internships, and excursions
- Group atmosphere and activities
USU Faculty-led Programs
Intercultural Communication, Language, and Literature – Argentina
Immerse yourself in Spanish language and culture through a semester-long, USU faculty-led experience in Argentina! Students will take classes in the Programa de Español y Cultura Latinoamericana (PECLA) housed at the Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (UNC), go on excursions that showcase Argentinian culture and history, and pair with local university students in a buddy program that allows them to develop their intercultural communication throughout the semester.
Semester-long program in Fall; can earn from 12-18 credits in SPAN classes.
This program is eligible for the Heravi Peace Scholarship.
Program contact: Joshua Thoms, joshua.thoms@usu.edu.
Spanish Language – Spain
Study Spanish in Spain at all language levels! This four-week program at the Fundación Universidad de La Rioja in Logroño, Spain offers language, literature, and culture courses taught by qualified native Spanish speakers/instructors from the university, as well as weekly excursions to different parts of the country. Living in Spain for a month gives students the opportunity to immerse themselves in the language and culture, improving Spanish language skills and cultural understanding. Students from all majors are welcome.
Short-term program in Summer; can earn 6 credits in SPAN classes.
Program contact: David Richter, david.richter@usu.edu.
Cuba and the U.S.: People, Power, and Politics
This study abroad program offers USU students a unique opportunity to explore and better understand the complicated history and ongoing relationship between these two countries and how this relationship has impacted both countries economically, culturally, and politically to this day. More importantly, it offers students firsthand insights into these impacts, particularly for Cuba and the Cuban people.
Short-term program in Summer; can earn 3 credits in a POLS class.
This program is eligible for the Heravi Peace Scholarship.
Program contact: Shannon Peterson, shannon.peterson@usu.edu.
Exchange Programs
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso – Chile
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV), founded in 1928, is one of the most prestigious, traditional higher educational institutions in Chile. The student body numbers over 13,000 students. The PUCV facilities include a modern library system, sport centers, specialized laboratories, and recreational centers. The university runs a television channel, radio station, and film storehouse. The university has several different campuses and university centers located in the main cities of the Valparaíso region. The region combines beautiful weather, wonderful beaches, and the splendid Cordillera de Los Andes. With a population of more than one million, the region has a multicultural flavor. The city of Valparaíso is the cultural and legislative capital, and the main commercial harbor, of Chile. 70 miles from the capital city of Chile, Santiago, Valparaíso fascinates visitors with its history, geography, and architecture.
Semester-long or academic year; can earn 12-18 credits.
Students can apply for an exchange scholarship when opening an application.
Areas of study: Arts, Business, Education, Engineering, International Relations, Latin American Studies, Law, Religious Studies, Sciences, Spanish
Pontifícia Universidade Católica – Brazil
With approximately 10,000 undergraduate students, 2,500 graduate students and 5,000 extension students, PUC-RIO is internationally recognized as one of the top five universities in Brazil and one of the two best in Rio de Janeiro. The campus is located in Gávea, a charming neighborhood near the forest and beach. Its campus is a pleasant green area with a stream running through it; small monkeys and squirrels can be seen jumping up in the trees. Rio De Janeiro has an intense cultural life and various activities for international students, so it’s the perfect place for those who want to immerse themselves into the South American reality: plays, shows, concerts, exhibitions, street performances, scientific conferences, cultural debates - everything happens in Rio.
Semester-long or academic year; can earn 12-18 credits
Students can apply for an exchange scholarship when opening an application.
Areas of study: Business Design, History, International Studies, Latin American Studies, Literature, Portuguese.
Universidad de la Rioja – Spain
The University of La Rioja (UR) is located on a modern campus in Logroño, capital of La Rioja. The UR is the only university in this small, quiet region in Northern Spain. La Rioja is where the Monasteries of San Millán de la Cogolla, cradle of the first words written in the Spanish language, are situated: sites included in UNESCO`s World Heritage List in 1996. The University of La Rioja was founded in 1992 and, as a center devoted to Higher Education, research, and cultural promotion, has continued the work of these monasteries in disseminating knowledge and the Spanish language. The University of La Rioja campus is on the outskirts of the city, but only a short distance from the center of Logroño. La Rioja is a metropolitan area of 150,000 inhabitants and all the facilities of a modern capital, but with a comfortable, manageable size.
Semester-long or academic year; can earn 12-18 credits. Students must have at least a B2 level in Spanish as it is the language of instruction
Students can apply for an exchange scholarship when opening an application.
Areas of study: Business, Engineering, Geography, History, Sciences, Spanish.
National Student Exchange – Puerto Rico
National Student Exchange (NSE) is a premier network of 160 colleges and universities offering collegiate study away to 2,000 students annually throughout the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories of Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Islands. Students can look at available campuses on NSE’s website.
Semester-long or academic year; can earn 12-18 credits. Students must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish it is the language of instruction.
Students can apply for an exchange scholarship when opening an application.
Areas of study: Comparable with USU.
Direct Programs
C.E.L.A. Belize – Belize
The Center for Engaged Learning Abroad, or C.E.L.A. Belize, is dedicated to providing a wide variety of experiential learning, focusing on sustainability. They deliver customized learning programs utilizing the natural wonders of Belize; sharing and respecting Belize's cultural diversity, incredible bio-systems and rich heritage.
Short-term programs in the summer or winter; credits vary.
Areas of study: Animal, Dairy, and Veterinary Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Food Science, Human Rights, International Studies, Marine Science, Natural Resource Management, Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Sciences, Public Health, Sociology, Wildlife Conservation, Wildlife Science.
Fundación – Spain
The Spanish language and culture courses taught at of the University of La Rioja are aimed at students of all nationalities willing to learn Spanish or to improve their language level. Taught by qualified university teachers, it combines the systematic study of grammar and vocabulary and the practice of communication skills.
Semester-long or academic year; can earn 12-18 credits, primarily language-learning
Students can apply for a government-funded scholarship.
Area of study: Spanish.
Program Providers / Program Provider Internships
USU Study Abroad partners with third-party program providers such as CIEE, ISEP, ISA, and SIT. These program providers set their own fees, though students can take advantage of direct billing, in which we can use their tuition to pay part of the program fee. Students on these programs often have excursions, visa support, and sometimes internships built into their programs.
Short-term, semester-long, and academic year; credits can vary.
Students can apply for scholarships associated with direct providers.
Areas of study: Comparable to USU.
Program Providers Program Provider Internships
EZC Study Abroad - Spain
EZC Study Abroad offers individualized internships with hands-on learning across multiple locations in Europe, including Ireland, Spain, and Italy. EZC Study Abroad tailors internships to each student, with support in obtaining a visa and securing housing, as well as on-site orientations and staff. They also offer welcome and farewell events, cultural activities through excursions, field trips, and Live Life Abroad, an activities program.
Customizable internships; credits can vary.